Man, 39, in custody after SERT standoff

CONNELLSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Police say a man has been taken into custody after a seven-hour standoff prompted by reports that he assaulted his wife and stepdaughter at a residence in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Police say the incident began about 11 p.m. Sunday when Baker allegedly physically assaulted the females, prompting them to flee. Police say Baker then retreated to his basement with a loaded shotgun and told police, "I'm not leaving here without a fight."

The state police Special Emergency Response Team surrounded the home about 35 miles south of Pittsburgh and advised neighbors to stay inside.

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Baker was awaiting arraignment Monday morning on two counts each of harassment and simple assault.